What is the best internet provider in Tennessee?
Tennesseans know a good ditty when they hear it. How about internet speeds of 300 megabits per second to the tune of $55 per month with no equipment fees, data caps or contracts? Sounds good.
That’s what you’ll get from AT&T Fiber, CNET’s pick for the best internet service provider in Tennessee. Faster plans are also available, up to 5,000Mbps (5 gigabits per second), the fastest speeds you’ll find from any major ISP in the Volunteer State.
AT&T Fiber isn’t the cheapest, however. That title goes to Xfinity, courtesy of its Connect plan, which comes with download speeds up to 75Mbps, starting at $20 per month. WideOpenWest also has a $20 plan with speeds up to 100Mbps, but availability in Tennessee is highly limited.
Whether you’re looking for the cheapest internet, the fastest plan or just an all-around service to fit your needs and your budget, you’ll find a rundown of the best internet providers in Tennessee and what makes them stand out, below.
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With service starting at $20 per month for download speeds up to 75Mbps, Xfinity has the cheapest internet plan in Tennessee. Other Xfinity plans are competitively priced as well but keep in mind that renting a router may add $13 to your bill, and a one- or two-year contract may be required to get the lowest rate.
Fiber and cable wired connections are preferred for their speed and reliability, but they aren’t always available (or perhaps, desirable, depending on the provider). In such areas, or if you’re interested in an alternative to traditional wired services, T-Mobile Home Internet may be your best option.
AT&T Fiber has the best plan selection, including the fastest speed tier, of any major provider in the state. Service also comes with free equipment, unlimited data, no contacts and no set price increase after 12 months — individual perks that aren’t uncommon, but less often, you’ll get all that from the same ISP.
Is fiber internet available in Tennessee?
Xfinity and WOW have the cheapest starting price for internet in Tennessee ($20 per month). WOW offers more speed (100Mbps compared to 75Mbps with Xfinity), but Xfinity’s plan is much more widely available to Tennessee residents.
What internet provider in Tennessee offers the fastest plan?
